REVIEWS
“A solid, polished production. The stage was filled with a joyous kaleidoscope of colors and emotions… In all of the productions that I’ve seen over the years, this one had the best “Happily Ever After”. The choreography was filled with endless 'beats, lifts, drops and turns' that separate the professionals from the amateurs… Choreography is where von Heidecke really shines.”
The Wheaton Journal
“It was a sumptuous evening, full of gorgeous costumers, dancing and music!”
West Virginia Gazette
“…a magical evening…there was a magic in the air and on the stage Friday when the Chicago Festival Ballet performed the Nutcracker. The variety of dance numbers allows von Heidecke to show off his talent as a choreographer. The pas de deux…is as exquisite as the perfectly crafted porcelain Christmas ornaments.”
The Door County Advocate
“The most exciting choreography I have seen in decades.”
Sheana Gough, Edinburgh Academy of Ballet
“Kenneth von Heidecke is now the company’s new artistic director, and his influence is unquestionable. The company looks fresh, vital and traditionally strong… deliciously inventive. It yielded fresh ideas to an old theme and definitely gave dancers a chance to sparkle.”
Frederick Alexson, Rockford Register Star
“The dancers in the full-fledged ballet… were fleet and decorative in choreography by Kenneth von Heidecke.”
Heidi Waleson, The Wall Street Journal
“Ballet Director Maria Tallchief and choreographer Kenneth von Heidecke have provided a visual dollop of whipped cream atop the wonderfully rich sundae that is La Gioconda.”
Bill Gowen, Daily Herald
“It was a feast for the eye… handsomely supported by the effective choreography of Kenneth von Heidecke.”
John Ardoin, The Dallas Morning News
“The choreography of Kenneth von Heidecke not only dovetailed remarkably into the crowded ball scene, but was witty as well.”
Rich Covello, Opera Canada
“Cleverly choreographed…striking choreography…unmissable performances.”
London Sunday Telegraph
“This is a big production. The company is large, the scenery, costumes and lighting were elaborate… strength in the overall production is von Heidecke’s ability to choreograph large ensemble numbers.”
The Chronicle-Journal, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
“Dazzling the audience with Kenneth von Heidecke’s contemporary work.”
Don Fowler, Cranston Herald
“Outstanding… stole the show… a lyric masterpiece… sparse and poetic.”
Candace McCall, The Standard Times, Rhode Island
“Von Heidecke presents stunning Nutcracker… a visual feast.”
Gail B. Langham, The Naperville Sun
"Exquisite!"
The Muskegon Chronicle
“A convincing fusion that resulted in the right picture for the framing enclosing it.”
John Ardoin, The Dallas Morning News
“Ballet under the charge of Maria Tallchief and choreographed by Kenneth von Heidecke was most enjoyable.”
John von Rhein, Chicago Tribune
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